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Since 1883, Modern Woodmen of America has brought people together, supported families and strengthened communities.

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When you join Modern Woodmen, you become a member of the organization. You trust us with your financial needs. And you have the opportunity to access fraternal member programs and impact your community.

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Member stories

Hear from Modern Woodmen members

As a fraternal financial services organization, Modern Woodmen doesn’t have stockholders. We exist for the benefit of our members (more than 700,000 of them). From financial planning to member programs to community involvement, we help members and their families through life.

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Marley and Me

Roberta became Marley’s guardian after her daughter’s accident left Marley an orphan at 4 years old. Today, they’re looking towards a bright future thanks to Modern Woodmen’s Orphan Support Benefit.

Marley and Me

Gifts that Keep Giving

Member families share stories about books received through the Birthday Book Club. Each book is a special memory that these members cherish for years to come.

Gifts that Keep Giving

Life Lessons

Kim knows all about hard lessons. When her husband died from an incurable brain tumor, she was unprepared. Here the Illinois member shares what this life experience taught her about money.

Life Lessons

Just the Two of Us

In just four years, Victoria went from wife to widow and hopeful immigrant to stranger in a strange land. Here Victoria and her daughter, Veneece, share their inspiring tale of survival, strength and life after death.

Just the Two of Us

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Larger than Life

Approaching the second anniversary of her son’s death, Melissa Sargent shares her thoughts on life after unimaginable loss.

Larger than Life

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Newborns and New Perspectives

When Molly discovered she was pregnant with twins they weren’t too surprised by the news. The bigger surprise came when they found out the babies were starting twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome.

Newborns and New Perspectives

Mom's Last Gift

In her own words, Jodi shares how her she was able to honor her mom’s life by carrying out her final wishes.

Mom's Last Gift

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Sensory Kit Volunteer Project

A Modern Woodmen youth service club in Utah helps create smiles and understanding for kids with disabilities in their community.

Sensory Kit Volunteer Project

Teaching Financial Values

The Heims introduced their three daughters to a strong work ethic and basic financial principals at an early age. And now, the oldest is in college with no concerns of how to pay for it.

Teaching Financial Values

Distilling the Facts

Running a small business is no small feat. That’s why these members from Colorado get support for their business from their Modern Woodmen representative.

Distilling the Facts

My Father Was a Forester

Bjorn Sangder became a Modern Woodmen member in the early 1900s. The life insurance he purchased provided financial protection and peace of mind. But his membership offered more than that.

My Father Was a Forester

Rev Up for Retirement

As Harold approached retirement, he started thinking about how much money he would need to live on. That’s when his Modern Woodmen representative steps in to help him meet his retirement goals.

Rev Up for Retirement

Brent's Do-Good Grant® Story

Brent and his wife use the Do-Good Grant® to help an animal shelter in their community.

Brent's Do-Good Grant® Story

A Day to Remember

Alesia and Branson were married 13 ½ years before a tragic accident cut Branson’s life short. Here, Alesia reflects on how Modern Woodmen supported her after his passing.

A Day to Remember

Hearts for Helping

Members from Florida share why they love volunteering with Modern Woodmen.

Hearts for Helping

Doing Good With the Do-Good Grant®

Members use fraternal program to sew and donate winter hats for local students.

Doing Good With the Do-Good Grant®

Inside Look

A Modern Woodmen chapter volunteer project helps homeless veterans in East Tennessee.

Inside Look

Savings Member Profile

James and Latoya, members from Mississippi, share how Modern Woodmen helps them meet their savings goals.

Savings Member Profile

Dreams Derailed

Susan and her husband had dreams for retirement. But that all changed when he passed away unexpectedly. Without life insurance, she struggled financially. But there was a light in the darkness.

Dreams Derailed

Estate Planning Member Profile

Frank and Hazel, members from Arkansas, talk about why estate planning is important to them and how Modern Woodmen helped them set a plan.

Estate Planning Member Profile

A Family Tradition

Brian and Jennifer believe in what life insurance can do for them and their family. And they are passing that belief on to their daughter.

A Family Tradition

For the Love of the Team

After her husband’s passing, Angel didn’t know how she would handle her family's finances. But thanks to the life insurance he left behind, she was able to find support.

For the Love of the Team

In a Flash

After a major car accident, Christy realized the importance of life insurance. She knew it would support her family, even after she’s gone.

In a Flash

​Fulfilling Dreams

Kalady reflects on how she can focus on achieving her dreams thanks to winning a Modern Woodmen scholarship.

​Fulfilling Dreams

​When Tragedy Strikes

Home office employee Chris Carlson reflects on how life insurance helped her and her family after the death of her husband.

​When Tragedy Strikes

Estate Planning Member Profile

Rosie and Ricke, members from Illinois, discuss why estate planning is important and how Modern Woodmen assisted them with their needs.

Estate Planning Member Profile

​When I Realized the Risks

As a police officer, Joseph realized that he needed to ensure his family was protected from the risks associated with his job.

​When I Realized the Risks

​Reap What You Sow

To say Teddy and Fran Ridenhour are involved in their community is an understatement. They’ve always been there when their neighbors needed help – from raising a barn to raising money.

​Reap What You Sow

​Retirement Distribution Member Profile

Gwen, member from Kansas, discusses how she prepares for retirement with the help of her Modern Woodmen representative.

​Retirement Distribution Member Profile

​Promises Made, Promises Kept

W. Kenny Massey, retired president, and CEO of Modern Woodmen of America lost his father at an early age. Because of his experience, he believes in the promises Modern Woodmen makes to members.

​Promises Made, Promises Kept